Entry & Residence Regulations

The Austrian entry and residence regulations concerning the
rights and status of foreigners are strictly enforced. The sections
below provide clear guidance with regard to visa, registration and
residence permit requirements.

Information for Nationals of EU/EEA Countries and
Switzerland Nationals of the European Union (EU), of the European
Economic Area (EEA) Countries, or from Switzerland who fulfill the
requirements of sufficient financial means and proof of health
insurance valid in Austria do not need a visa, and enjoy freedom of
establishment (=Niederlassungsfreiheit). For entry into Austria and
residence, they only need a valid travel document (passport or
identity card). The travel document must be carried at all times to
prove one's entitlement to residence in Austria.

After arriving in Austria nevertheless you are obliged to:

to register with the respective authority (Gemeinde) within
three days of establishing your residence.

to report to the district administratice authorit
(Bezirkshauptmannschaft) within four months to receive a
confirmation of registration (Anmeldebescheinigung)

Students of non-EU/EEA Countries and CH Students of non-EU/EEA Countries and CH (so-called "third
country nationals") are required to have an entry or residence
permit for entry into and residence in Austria. The type of permit
is dependent on the length and purpose of the stay and varies from
country to country. Further information as to entry and residence
requirements is available at the Austrian representative authority
(embassy / consulate).
For further information please check the following websites: